Dukere Jossy Delicia
27 | She / Her / HersJossy Délicia Dukere is a passionate advocate for gender equality, social justice, and youth empowerment. Jossy leads initiatives that empower youth especially young women in all their diversities and foster feminist movements in Burundi. She believes in the vital role of youth in global advocacy, and believes that their voices are essential in shaping policies that impact their lives.
Throughout her career, Jossy has been guided by a core belief in young people’s agency to shape their realities and bring the change they aspire to. Throughout her work, she has strived to empower young people, especially women, to articulate their needs and aspirations to secure a better future. She believes in the vital role of youth in global advocacy, asserting that their voices are essential in shaping policies that impact their lives.
Jossy holds a Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Psychology and is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Gender, Institutions, and Society. She leverages her academic background and more than 6 years of experience in the human rights field to champion access to comprehensive Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights for youths in all their diversities and to advocate for meaningful inclusion and participation of youth in decision-making processes concerning their life, well-being, and prosperity.
With an unwavering commitment to social justice, Jossy is determined to ensure that the voices of young people resonate in the conversations that shape their futures. Her leadership and dedication aim to build a more equitable society for all, fostering an environment where youth can thrive and contribute to positive change. Through her participation in the Emerging Leaders Program, Jossy seeks to enhance her advocacy skills, equipping herself with tools and strategies to effectively advocate for her community while inspiring others to join the movement.
